The Los Angeles Dodgers put out a full-strength lineup as they look to get back into the swing of things against the Colorado Rockies.
The Dodgers, outside of a three-game sweep over the Kansas City Royals last week, have struggled to produce any runs since the beginning of the month, and just lost three of four games at home against the Milwaukee Brewers.
They’ll hope to break out of their rut against the Rockies, who currently hold the worst record in the National League.
Who is Starting for the Dodgers?
Blake Snell starts for the Dodgers on the road, and he’ll aim to produce similar results to his first start since returning from the injured list last week. Snell threw six innings in his return against the Royals, striking out 10 batters and allowing just one run as the Dodgers cruised to a win.
It was only his second start of the year, as he struggled with a shoulder injury to start the season and landed on the injured list after just one start due to loose bodies in his throwing elbow.
Who is in the Dodgers’ Lineup?
Shohei Ohtani leads off for the Dodgers, followed by first baseman Freddie Freeman in the No. 2 spot. Andy Pages remains in the third spot, followed by third baseman Max Muncy, who is batting cleanup. Shortstop Mookie Betts stays in the No. 5 hole, followed by right fielder Kyle Tucker—who is in desperate need of a bounceback game following a rough series at home.
Tommy Edman stays in the No. 7 spot for the Dodgers, and left fielder Teoscar Hernández also maintains his spot behind him. Hunter Feduccia is the sole change in the lineup, as he steps into the No. 9 spot following Ben Rortvedt’s start on Sunday.
Dodgers’ Lineup vs. Rockies
1. Shohei Ohtani, DH
2. Freddie Freeman, 1B
3. Andy Pages, CF
4. Max Muncy, 3B
5. Mookie Betts, SS
6. Kyle Tucker, RF
7. Tommy Edman, 2B
8. Teoscar Hernandez, LF
9. Hunter Feduccia, C
P. Blake Snell, LHP
Who is Pitching for the Rockies?
Japanese-born right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano will start for the Rockies, making his 21st start of the season. He has thrown 113.2 innings in his second year in MLB, posting a 4.43 ERA while striking out 66 batters.
Despite his solid record this year, the Dodgers have seen him well—scoring eight runs across 8.2 innings against the right-hander. They’ll look to get to him again as they try to get their season back on track. Monday’s game begins at 5:40 p.m. PT.